Exercise Science Major & Minor

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Do you want to find a major that prepares you to teach exercise, be a personal trainer or go on to graduate school? If you’re passionate about exercise and think sitting in a classroom all day sounds unappealing, you’ll find a home in the Goshen College exercise science program!

The exercise science major is a rigorous program for students interested in the scientific aspects of exercise and wellness. You’ll take classes in exercise physiology, biomechanics, exercise prescription, testing and health. You also will have the option to focus on the professional aspects of personal training. With an exercise science major or minor, you’ll be prepared for graduate school or a career in athletic training, personal training, fitness instruction, wellness education and fitness facility management.

So get moving! Enroll in the Goshen College exercise science program to jump-start your career in sports, exercise, health and more.

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News & Events

Congratulations to the 2024 Kinesiology graduates!

May 28, 2024

These extraordinary wonderful graduates will make a significant impact in the world!…

Kinesiology senior projects

May 28, 2024

In April 2024, seniors completed and presented final projects. Three students participated in the Academic Symposium. The seniors designed their own projects with approval of the supervisor. “The history and culture of European baseball” “The use of rating of perceived exertion and percentage of one repetition maximum in determining training…

Kinesiology Community Connections and Internships

May 28, 2024

In the Kinesiology department, each senior completes an internship working in the community to build leadership skills and increase career specific competencies prior to graduation. The student chooses an organization for their internship and their adviser approves the site and assists in setting up the experience. Students work every week,…

Stats

100^%

of exercise science seniors complete an internship in the community in a practical or clinical exercise setting

100^%

of physical education teacher licensure graduates have passed the national licensure test since 2006

90^%

of physical education graduates in the last 3 years who have sought teaching positions are now employed as teachers

100^%

of physical education seniors reported they felt prepared for employment & graduate school

Learn more about Goshen College's exceptional academic outcomes and national rankings.

Students & Alumni

Exercise Science Major

Kelsey Fraley '17

Kelsey Fraley was an exercise science major with a concentration in personal training from Olivet, Michigan who graduated in 2017. She was on the basketball team, track team and Campus Activities Council.

Kelsey's story

Associate Professor of Kinesiology

Val Hershberger

Val Hershberger loves traveling, badminton, golf and learning about other cultures. From time to time, her classroom is "a mini Study-Service Term experience right here on campus."

Val's story

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Kedrick Bibby '22

Kedrick Bibby ’22, an exercise science major from Kissimmee, Florida, wants to become an athletic trainer after getting a second chance playing basketball at GC.

Kedrick's story

Professor of Kinesiology

Jewel Lehman

Professor of Kinesiology Jewel Lehman is never bored: she is passionate about running, personal training, woodworking and sharing her love of exercise science with students.

Jewel's story

Sport Management

Katie Sowers '09

Katie Sowers '09 is making history as the second female and first openly-gay coach in the NFL.

Katie's story

Exercise Science Major, Health Minor

Trevor Emery '16

Trevor Emery, a 2016 exercise science graduate with a health minor from South Bend, Indiana, appreciated the homey atmosphere and enthusiasm for academics at Goshen College. He was active in Black Student Union and baseball.

Trevor's story